Iranian documentarian nominated for Chinese prize
Iranian documentarian Saeid Nabi’s film ‘Stand with the Wolf’ received a nomination for the Golden Panda Award for Best Film at the renowned Sichuan TV Festival (SCTVF) in China.
The festival, scheduled to take place from September 23 to 25, aims to promote the establishment of a better society by emphasizing sustainable development and a shared, intelligent future for humanity, as reported by IRNA.
‘Stand with the Wolf’ depicts the true story of Hadi Jalali, an environmental activist who miraculously survived more than 99 shotgun pellets fired at him by hunters, with many of them still embedded in his body. Despite receiving a presidential award for his sacrifice, he remains a stranger in his own village and town. His dedication to the environment has led him to believe that education is a potent tool for preserving nature, but he encounters numerous obstacles in pursuit of his aspirations.
Nabi, the film’s director, boasts 22 years of experience in producing compelling environmental and social documentary films and television programs.
The Sichuan TV Festival is among the largest and most esteemed film festivals in Asia. Every two years, it bestows the Golden Panda Award, symbolizing China’s recognition of outstanding films.
Only films that stand out for their exceptional quality and have been broadcast or distributed in specific countries or regions are eligible for submission.
The central vision of this Asian television and film festival is to foster a superior society through sustainable development and a shared, intelligent future for humanity. By showcasing remarkable cinematic and television works, the festival encourages reverence for humanity and its future through artistic expression.